At COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Newnes, we bring deep, long-standing experience in robotics engineering, autonomous systems development, and artificial intelligence. Our CTO, Luke Cole, began working in robotics as a teenager in 1998 and went on to serve as a Robotics Engineer at Hemisphere GPS (formerly BEELINE, now part of AgJunction). During his time there, he developed and deployed auto-guidance systems used in hundreds of agricultural vehicles—including tractors and quadbikes—across the globe.

Luke’s career has spanned work with some of Australia's top research institutions and high-tech companies. These include NICTA (now CSIRO Data61), CSIRO, Seeing Machines, and the ANU Robotics Systems Lab under the direction of Professor Alex Zelinsky—former Chief Defence Scientist of Australia. His contributions included pioneering work on autonomous mobile robots, early self-driving vehicle systems, and computer vision algorithms—before tools like ROS and OpenCV even existed.

Back in the early 2000s, our team developed custom robotics frameworks called VisLib and DROS, which collectively totaled over 360,000 lines of code—an early effort in DIY robotics middleware, laying the groundwork for modern AI-integrated robotics systems.

Lance Cole also brings significant robotics hardware expertise, with experience at NICTA and contributions to EOS, a defense contractor building the Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) for the US military—a sophisticated integration of sensors, motors, and control systems.

Today, our engineers and developers provide cutting-edge robotics and AI consulting services across Australia and globally. We support a variety of clients in commercial, educational, research, and defense sectors. Our offerings include:

The COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Newnes team brings over 50 years of combined experience in robotics development, including indoor and outdoor autonomous navigation, SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping), sensor fusion, computer vision, motor control, and control theory. We are experts in integrating mechanical, electronic, and software systems to create robust and intelligent robotics platforms.

Our service area originated in New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), but now primarily supports clients throughout East Coast Queensland, including Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, and the Gold Coast. From one-off robotic solutions to long-term development partnerships, we are the ideal technical team for ambitious robotics and AI projects.

We also offer a R&D robotic platform UGV for hire to help rapid development of robotics systems. If you'd like to know more please visit "Scotty Robot".

We Have Long-Standing Robotics Experience!

If you are looking for expertise in robot design, AI integration, embedded robotics platforms, or need a trusted team to guide your project from prototype to production, COLETEK Robotics Development and Support Services for Newnes is ready to help. Contact us to start building the next generation of intelligent, autonomous machines.


Engineered Excellence in Newnes, New South Wales, Australia: Proven Partner for Local Businesses and Organisations

Your search for a reliable partner to drive innovation and growth in Newnes, New South Wales, Australia ends here. COLETEK is a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001 with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results throughout the country.

Based in Newnes, New South Wales, Australia, we take pride in our ability to understand the unique needs of local businesses like yours, operating at the forefront of engineering and product development. Our team brings together expertise from various fields, including software development, mechanical, electrical, electronics, and manufacturing, allowing us to offer comprehensive solutions tailored to your specific requirements.

At COLETEK, we're committed to fostering long-term collaborations that generate significant value for our partners in Newnes, New South Wales, Australia. Our strength lies in delivering high-quality products and services consistently, backed by our extensive knowledge of diverse industries and sectors.

Innovative solutions are at the heart of everything we do, and our passion is to drive success for businesses operating throughout Newnes, New South Wales, Australia. Whether you're looking to improve operational efficiency, enter new markets, or enhance your product offerings, we stand ready to provide the engineering expertise essential to achieving your goals.

With years of collective experience in understanding local needs and delivering tailored solutions, COLETEK is uniquely positioned to serve businesses across Newnes, New South Wales, Australia. Our team's dedication to collaboration, combined with our deep knowledge of various engineering disciplines, makes us an indispensable partner for any business seeking lasting growth.

We're proud of the reputation we've built by consistently delivering engineered excellence in Newnes, New South Wales, Australia and across Australia. Our commitment to ongoing learning, continuous improvement, and a focus on quality sets us apart as trusted advisors and partners for local businesses like yours.

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Robotics Development and Support Services for Newnes – Selected Client Testimonials

This is a sample of public feedback from a broader range of client work.

Intuitive, innovative & efficient are three words that would appropriately describe the COLETEK service. Luke and the team at COLETEK have taken our concepts to the next level.

COLETEK have provided one to one communication throughout the development process and gone above and beyond in bringing our ideas closer to becoming a reality! Luke's expertise and knowledge with computer software and electronics is Jedi like, but what I liked most about working with him was his willingness and ability to think outside of the box.